Ledomanin Glacier Lake Trek

Duration: 3 Days 2 Nights

Trek along stunning alpine trails, crossing verdant Tibetan grasslands and highland valleys. Along the way, admire crystal-clear glacier lakes, rushing mountain streams, majestic snow-capped peaks, and pristine forests. Camp under the starry sky at night and wake up to breathtaking views of morning mist and sea of clouds over the plateau, fully immersing yourself in Tibetan culture and the natural beauty of the highlands.

Popularity

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Price

¥2000(approx. USD $280)

Tour Type

Private & Bespoke

Destination

Kangding

Highlights

🌄 Scenic high-altitude trails & glacier lakes
🌄 Camping experience under the stars
🌄 Tibetan grasslands & pristine nature
🌄 Cultural immersion in local Tibetan villages

Best for

✅ Adventure seekers & hiking enthusiasts
✅ Nature & photography lovers
✅ Travelers seeking off-the-beaten-path destinations
✅ Cultural explorers interested in Tibetan life

Itinerary Summary

HOUR

PLACE

HIGHLIGHTS

Day 1

Chengdu → Laoyulin

Scenic highland views along the way; overnight at a Tibetan-style guesthouse

Day 2

Laoyulin Guesthouse → Riwuqie Base Camp

Trek through alpine meadows; admire glacier lakes and panoramic snow-capped peaks; overnight in base camp tents

Day 3

Riwuqie Base Camp → Chengdu

Trek through canyons, pristine forests, and glacier lakes; return to Chengdu

Itinerary

DAY 1: Chengdu → Laoyulin

Meet at your hotel lobby at 1:30 PM and depart for Laoyulin. Spend the afternoon exploring the surroundings or relaxing. No meals are included. Overnight at Laoyulin Guesthouse (same-gender shared room by default).

Day 2: Laoyulin Guesthouse → Riwuqie Base Camp

After breakfast, begin the day’s trek through alpine meadows and mountain valleys. Along the route, admire crystal-clear glacier lakes, rushing mountain streams, majestic snow-capped peaks, and pristine forests, fully immersing yourself in the breathtaking highland scenery. Arrive at Riwuqie Base Camp in the afternoon, set up your tents, and experience high-altitude camping. Enjoy a tranquil night under the starry sky, soaking in the serenity and grandeur of the plateau. Breakfast and dinner included. Overnight in a large tent dormitory.

Day 3: Riwuqie Base Camp → Glacier Lake → Laoyulin → Chengdu

After a simple breakfast, continue trekking through canyons, pristine forests, and glacier lakes, capturing the highland scenery shrouded in morning mist and seas of clouds along the way. After completing the trek, return to Laoyulin and then drive back to Chengdu, concluding the highland trekking adventure. Breakfast only.

Included

Transportation: Vehicle arranged according to the number of participants for transfers from and back to Chengdu.
Accommodation: 1 night at Laoyulin Guesthouse (double room), 1 night in a large tent dormitory.
Staff: Guide-to-participant ratio 1:6.
Meals: 2 breakfasts and 1 dinner included.
Transfer: Shuttle service between Laoyulin and Gexi Grassland (round trip).
Shared equipment: Sleeping mats, camp lights, sleeping bags, crampons, trekking poles, satellite phone, medical oxygen at base camp, tables, chairs, utensils, and other shared equipment.
Free gifts: Medal, buff, raincoat (provided depending on weather).

Excluded

Transportation to/from Chengdu.
Meals and personal expenses not mentioned
Additional expenses due to personal reasons (e.g., altitude sickness emergency, horse transport, leaving the group, etc.)
Personal gear carrying fees
Horse riding fees
Kayak experience RMB 50/person (optional)